A CENTENNIAL OBSERVANCE HONORING THE QUEEN’S LIFE AND LEGACY

On November 11, 1917 people across Hawai‘i mourned for the loss of their last reigning monarch, Queen Liliʻuokalani.

A century worth of days – generations later, changed landscapes and political structures, the people of Hawaiʻi continues to feel the loss of a leader and one of the most influential women in Hawai‘i history who exercised tremendous patience, courage, humility, and forgiveness. Queen Lili‘uokalani remains a beacon for her people and a symbol of peace and strength.

Join with us on November 11, 2017 for Aloha Liliʻu, an observance and centennial observance of this day.

Royal Orders and societies, cultural practitioners, kānaka, leaders of Ali‘i Trusts and dignitaries will gather at the Queen’s Promenade and Statue in Downtown, Honolulu at 8:00 am in the morning to honor this Aliʻi of grace and dignity.

On November 11, 1917 people across Hawai‘i mourned for the loss of their last reigning monarch, Queen Liliʻuokalani.

A century worth of days – generations later, changed landscapes and political structures, the people of Hawaiʻi continues to feel the loss of a leader and one of the most influential women in Hawai‘i history who exercised tremendous patience, courage, humility, and forgiveness. Queen Lili‘uokalani remains a beacon for her people and a symbol of peace and strength.

Join with us on November 11, 2017 for Aloha Liliʻu, an observance and centennial observance of this day.

Royal Orders and societies, cultural practitioners, kānaka, leaders of Ali‘i Trusts and dignitaries will gather at the Queen’s Promenade and Statue in Downtown, Honolulu at 8:00 am in the morning to honor this Aliʻi of grace and dignity.

The Hōkū o Hawai‘i lifts up a prayer of long life for the beloved Queen of Hawai‘i, and though she has no throne to sit, her throne is the deep seated love in the heart of her beloved Lāhui. God save the Queen.

– Ka Hōkū o Hawai‘i, Book 6, Chapter 18, Page 27 September 1911

CENTENNIAL OBSERVANCE

Upon hearing of Queen Liliʻuokalani’s passing on November 11, 1917, church bells rang across the pae moku, traditional laments left the mouths of family, friends, supporters, and loyal subjects signifying the loss of an Aliʻi Nui.

On November 11, 2017 at 8:30 am in the morning, over 200 churches across the island chain will sound their bells to honor the Queen, just as it happened 100 years ago at the announcement made at the exact hour by Court Chamberlain Colonel Curtis Iaukea.

Aloha Lili‘u – centennial observance of this day will be filled with the sounds of church bells, pahu, oli and kanikau from every mokupuni. Church bells will toll 100 times, pahu will sound 100 times, 100 pū will resonate, 100 ‘ōlapa will dance in the Queens honor. Come and be a part of Aloha Lili‘u on November 11, 2017 at the Queen’s Promenade and Statue at 8:00 am in the morning. Seating begins at 7:30 am on a first come first served basis.

PHOTOS FROM AROUND THE STATE

Aiea Hongwanji Mission

Ewa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple

Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple

Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple

Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple

Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin

Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin

Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin

Kailua Hongwanji Mission

Kailua Hongwanji Mission

Kailua Hongwanji Mission

Kailua Hongwanji Mission

Kailua Hongwanji Mission

Kailua Hongwanji Mission

Kailua Hongwanji Mission

Kohala Hongwanji Mission Temple

Lihue Hongwanji Mission

Mō‘ili‘ili Hongwanji Mission

Papaaloa Hongwanji Mission

Papaaloa Hongwanji Mission

Papaaloa Hongwanji Mission

Papaaloa Hongwanji Mission

Papaaloa Hongwanji Mission

Papaaloa Hongwanji Mission

Papaaloa Hongwanji Mission

Papaaloa Hongwanji Mission

St. Andrew’s Cathedral

Waialua Hongwanji Mission

Waialua Hongwanji Mission

Waialua Hongwanji Mission

Essay Contest

Who was Queen Liliʻuokalani?

Mahalo to all who submitted essays to show your love and appreciation for our Queen. All submission are available for at the link below. Select essays will be ready during our program on November 11.